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VOCAL-NY (Voices of Community Activists and Leaders) @vocal-ny.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

“The Medicaid cuts will be devastating to our ability to continue to downward turn the overdose crisis,” said Jasmine Budnella, VOCAL-NY director of drug policy. “Medicaid is the single largest payer of substance use disorder treatment. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/07...

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Most recent data shows NYC overdose deaths are down. Will the trend continue?

During last year’s third quarter 498 people died from overdoses in New York City — according to new preliminary data from the DOHMH.

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Drug Policy Alliance @drugpolicy.org · 16/04/2025

Every day, families lose loved ones to overdose. In honor of their lives, families are urging Trump & Congress to prioritize health-based solutions that save lives & provide the care people urgently need. Sign to join them & demand health over punishment: engage.drugpolicy.org/secure/famil...

Green graphic from the Drug Policy Alliance and Broken No More. "Have you lose a family member to overdose? Tell Trump & Congress to prioritize health-based solutions that save lives. Add your name"

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Drug Policy Alliance @drugpolicy.org · 18/04/2025

Susan's son, Tyler, sought help for his addiction. Many barriers were put in the way like being blocked from treatment and medication due to stigma and denial by insurance. Now families like Susan’s are demanding health solutions to save lives. Join them: engage.drugpolicy.org/secure/famil...

Graphic from The Drug Policy Alliance. A photo of Susan and her son Tyler are in a polaroid on the right. There is a quote "I lost my son to overdose. I'm fighting to save lives so no other family has to experience this pain. Join me."

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National Coalition for the Homeless @nationalhomeless.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

📢Say it louder! We demand Housing for ALL, Not Budget Cuts and Cuffs!! On April 22, we’re turning hope into action! Thousands will rally across the country—and in D.C. at the Capitol—to demand Housing NOW! Learn more:https://bit.ly/42l0KGd #HousingNOW #Homeless #Homelessness #EndHomelessnewss

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VOCAL-NY (Voices of Community Activists and Leaders) @vocal-ny.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

NYC showing up! We need real solutions to homelessness, like housing and healthcare. Encampment sweeps, involuntary commitments, & shelter sanctions policy DON'T WORK. The NYPD's new "Quality of Life" division won't help if there's no resources or housing for people. Enough with the half measures!

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VOCAL-US @vocal-us.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

STATEMENT: VOCAL-US Denounces Sudden Cuts to Public Health Funds by Trump Admin. These cuts are not just bureaucratic decisions – they are death sentences! The administration has sabotaged public health infrastructure and undermined efforts to prevent the very crises it claims to care about.

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VOCAL-NY (Voices of Community Activists and Leaders) @vocal-ny.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Happening Now! We're outside @governor.ny.gov's Manhattan office to demand the Housing Access Voucher Program (HAVP) gets funding in this year's budget. Homelessness isn't just a NYC problem! We've got folks rallying in Yonkers and Rochester today with the same message!

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